Suspect who passed lie detector test in 1979 murder of teen now identified as her killer

Esther Gonzalez, a 17-year-old girl, was raped and murdered in 1979 while walking to her sister’s house in California. Lewis Randolph “Randy” Williamson was identified as the suspect through forensic genealogy, even though he had passed a lie detector test at the time. Williamson died in 2014 but his DNA was found to match the DNA recovered from the crime scene. Authorities are now seeking more information on Williamson, Gonzalez’s case, and any potential other victims. The case was reopened in 2023 when DNA technology advanced, allowing authorities to link Williamson to the crime. This case highlights how advancements in forensic technology have helped solve cold cases and bring justice to victims and their families.

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